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How to Install and Secure MariaDB on Ubuntu 24.04

On Ubuntu 24.04, it doesn’t take much to get MariaDB running. Update the system first so the packages are current. Then install the server with apt install mariadb-server. Once it’s in place, check that the service came up cleanly. To lock it down, run mysql_secure_installation — that’s where you strip out the defaults attackers love to find.

MaK Ulac
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Essential Security Strategies for Your Linux Server in 2024 Ahead

Protecting your web server is crucial for the security of your website and sensitive information. Linux servers are a popular choice among developers and businesses. Ninety-six percent of the top 1,000,000 web servers are Linux-based. Linux is a huge market force, and it is important to protect your data if you use it.

Brittany Day
Apr 17, 2024

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Enable HTTPS Using Free ZeroSSL Certificates for Linux Admins

ZeroSSL is a free SSL certificate authority created by CodeNotary, a software company known for its immutability and blockchain solutions for data integrity.

Brittany Day
Jan 09, 2024

Setting Up ModSecurity 2 and OWASP CRS with Apache on Ubuntu 22.04 or 20.04Setting Up ModSecurity 2 and OWASP CRS with Apache on Ubuntu 22.04 or 20.04Setting Up ModSecurity 2 and OWASP CRS with Apache on Ubuntu 22.04 or 20.04 Setting Up ModSecurity 2 and OWASP CRS with Apache on Ubuntu 22.04 or 20.04Setting Up ModSecurity 2 and OWASP CRS with Apache on Ubuntu 22.04 or 20.04Setting Up ModSecurity 2 and OWASP CRS with Apache on Ubuntu 22.04 or 20.04

Setting Up ModSecurity 2 and OWASP CRS with Apache on Ubuntu 22.04 or 20.04

For those seeking to bolster their server’s defenses against web-based threats, understanding "How to Install Modsecurity 2 with Apache on Ubuntu 22.04 Jammy Jellyfish or its older stable release Ubuntu 20.04 Focal Fossa" is paramount. ModSecurity, a leading open-source web application firewall (WAF), seamlessly integrates with the Apache HTTP Server.

Brittany Day
Sep 29, 2023

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Step-By-Step Guide to Change MySQL or MariaDB Root Password in Linux

MySQL and MariaDB are popular relational database management systems used for storing and managing data. The root user in MySQL and MariaDB has extensive privileges and control over the databases, making it a prime target for potential security breaches. It is crucial to change the root password regularly to enhance the security of your system. In this article, we will explore the step-by-step process of changing the root password of MySQL or MariaDB in Linux.

Brittany Day
Sep 08, 2023

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Best Directory Bursting Tools For Linux Web Application Testing

Looking for free-to-use tools to enumerate hidden directories and files on a web server? Here are the best Linux tools for directory bursting.

Brittany Day
Aug 19, 2023

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Configuring SELinux for Apache Web Server on RHEL-Based Systems

SELinux can make it a challenge to get newly installed or custom applications to run because it blocks them from having access to certain directories in the file system hierarchy. Instead of disabling SELinux, the better option is to configure the security system so applications and services can function as expected. This is especially important when you have an application or service that requires a nonstandard configuration.

Brittany Day
Aug 11, 2023

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Comprehensive Step by Step Guide for Launching Linux Server on AWS EC2

When you want to quickly spin up a Linux server in the cloud, AWS EC2 is your best bet.

Brittany Day
Feb 11, 2023

25 Essential Strategies for Securing Nginx Web Servers on Linux Systems25 Essential Strategies for Securing Nginx Web Servers on Linux Systems25 Essential Strategies for Securing Nginx Web Servers on Linux Systems 25 Essential Strategies for Securing Nginx Web Servers on Linux Systems25 Essential Strategies for Securing Nginx Web Servers on Linux Systems25 Essential Strategies for Securing Nginx Web Servers on Linux Systems

25 Essential Strategies for Securing Nginx Web Servers on Linux Systems

This tutorial explains how to improve the security of Nginx web servers running on Linux.

Brittany Day
Feb 11, 2023

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Enhance SSH Usage Through Config Files For Efficient Management

If you find yourself having to use Secure Shell to remote into multiple Linux servers throughout the day, you should consider using a config file to make your life considerably easier. In this tutorial, Jack Wallen shows you how.

Brittany Day
Feb 11, 2023

Enhance Nginx Security and Performance: 12 Essential TipsEnhance Nginx Security and Performance: 12 Essential TipsEnhance Nginx Security and Performance: 12 Essential Tips Enhance Nginx Security and Performance: 12 Essential TipsEnhance Nginx Security and Performance: 12 Essential TipsEnhance Nginx Security and Performance: 12 Essential Tips

Enhance Nginx Security and Performance: 12 Essential Tips

Learn how to secure, harden and improve the performance of your Nginx web server in this Tecmint tutorial.

Brittany Day
Mar 04, 2021

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Scan WordPress Sites For Security Issues With WPScan On Kali

Learn how to use WPScan to scan WordPress for vulnerabilities on Kali Linux in this LinuxConfig.org guide.

Brittany Day
Feb 18, 2021

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Setting Up Secure FTP Server on Ubuntu 16.04/16.10 with SSL/TLS

This tutorial examines how to secure a FTP server using SSL/TLS in Ubuntu 16.04/16.10.

Brittany Day
Nov 16, 2020

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How To Setup Passwordless SSH Login For Multiple Linux Servers

Learn how to setup passwordless SSH key-based authentication for multiple remote Linux servers simultaneously using a shell script in this TecMint tutorial.

Brittany Day
Oct 08, 2020

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Enhance Security with SSH Key-Based Authentication Using ssh-keygen

Using SSH key-based authentication is beneficial for both security and convenience. Learn how to generate and share keys using ssh-keygen in this tutorial.

Brittany Day
Sep 30, 2020

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Guide To Securing SSH: Best Practices For Infrastructure Security

It is 2020, and we can say for sure, that ssh-server is still one of the most popular services on Linux systems. During various meetings, I was often asked: How to secure SSH? Even though this question seems trivial, it is not. There are a lot of things to remember to accomplish well-designed service security.

Brittany Day
Aug 28, 2020

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10 Best Practices for Linux Server Security and Hardening

Linux is the most popular OS for web-facing computers, running on nearly 75% of servers according to Netcraft’s August 2019 data - making Linux servers an increasingly popular target among cyber criminals. This article offers tips and advice for securing your Linux servers against malware and other dangerous exploits.

Brittany Day
Aug 10, 2020

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Setting Up Passwordless SSH for Ubuntu Server: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to enable passwordless SSH authentication on Linux in this helpful tutorial.

Brittany Day
Jul 31, 2020

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Essential Strategies to Strengthen and Secure Your OpenSSH Server

Looking to secure and harden your OpenSSH server? Check out this tutorial, which provides valuable tips and advice on how this can be done.

Brittany Day
Jul 09, 2020

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Comprehensive Evaluation of User Activity on Linux Server Systems

If you’re managing a Linux server, you'll want to have a selection of commands that you can use to check user activity. This article examines some helpful commands that Linux server admins can use to view user activity.

Brittany Day
Jun 30, 2020

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Essential Security Strategies for Your Linux Server in 2024 Ahead

Enable HTTPS Using Free ZeroSSL Certificates for Linux Admins

How to Install and Secure MariaDB on Ubuntu 24.04

Essential Security Strategies for Your Linux Server in 2024 Ahead

Enable HTTPS Using Free ZeroSSL Certificates for Linux Admins

Setting Up ModSecurity 2 and OWASP CRS with Apache on Ubuntu 22.04 or 20.04

Step-By-Step Guide to Change MySQL or MariaDB Root Password in Linux

Best Directory Bursting Tools For Linux Web Application Testing

Configuring SELinux for Apache Web Server on RHEL-Based Systems

Comprehensive Step by Step Guide for Launching Linux Server on AWS EC2

25 Essential Strategies for Securing Nginx Web Servers on Linux Systems

Enhance SSH Usage Through Config Files For Efficient Management

Enhance Nginx Security and Performance: 12 Essential Tips

Scan WordPress Sites For Security Issues With WPScan On Kali

Setting Up Secure FTP Server on Ubuntu 16.04/16.10 with SSL/TLS

How To Setup Passwordless SSH Login For Multiple Linux Servers

Enhance Security with SSH Key-Based Authentication Using ssh-keygen

Guide To Securing SSH: Best Practices For Infrastructure Security

10 Best Practices for Linux Server Security and Hardening

Setting Up Passwordless SSH for Ubuntu Server: A Step-by-Step Guide

Essential Strategies to Strengthen and Secure Your OpenSSH Server

Comprehensive Evaluation of User Activity on Linux Server Systems

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